Fountains and statues

Plaques

Hamish Hay Bridge Commemorative Plaques

Location:

On Hamish Hay Bridge over Avon River in Victoria Square reserve.

Victoria Bridge

Description:

Two bronze plaques set into pillar of bridge explaining history of bridges from 1851.

Trams Across The Bridge

Description:

Bronze plaque fixed to centre ornate wrought iron guard rail in the middle of Hamish Hay Bridge. Commemorates 74 years of public tram services in Christchurch from June 1880 to September 1954.

The Hamish Hay Bridge

Description:

Bronze plaque fixed to centre ornate wrought iron guard rail in the middle of Hamish Hay Bridge. Honours the distinguished services to Christchurch of Sir Hamish Hay.